Operator's manual
Trailed disc mowers
KDC 300 S/W; KDC 340 S/W
KDC 300 ST/WT; KDC 340 ST/WT
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Transport holder
4.2.
Transport
Any modifications in the mower's position are possible only if no unauthorized personnel is
around (children in particular).
When transported the mower shall have mobile warning light device and warning triangle
mounted for slow driving vehicle.
Prior to putting the mower to transport position make sure, that the tractor PTO is disconnected
and all the rotating parts in complete standstill.
Driving speed should always be adjusted to current road conditions.
Do not exceed permissible speed of 25 km/h.
4.2.1.
Relocating mower onto another vehicle for transport
Both the carrier and the driver shall be responsible for the mower transport safety. Any
equipment and parts must be secured properly for transport.
In order to have the mower relocated safely onto another vehicle, please follow these rules:
the mower should be seized by any lifting device only in places indicated on the machine by the
hook sign (Fig. 4),
Fig. 4. Transport holders of KDC mower
to lift the mower, use only lifting devices with hoisting capacity bigger than the mower weight
provided on data plate. It also applies to ropes and chains used for lifting,
collapsible elements should be locked in transport position,
when relocating the mower onto another vehicle, there should be no unauthorized personnel
permitted to remain within the danger area,
the mower should be protected from shifting on the vehicle's trailer.
NOTE:
Securing both the danger area and activity performed shall lie under the
responsibility of the person in charge of the mower transporting.
4.3.
Operating parts
Prior to operating the mower check the knife and the knife holder condition.
Worn or damaged knives or knife holders should be replaced immediately with new ones.